Milaminute and Sparco's Group - Closed (Page 48)

Cash, you can probably do most of it yourself...

I'm assuming it's a threadless headset.  The things I would make sure the shop does:

1.  Cut your steerer tube (tube at the top of the fork) to the right size (after fit).
2.  Make sure the stem (between the handlebars and the steerer tube) is tight and snug against the head tube on the bike.  There should be no play in your headset (I had a very small crack on the head tube of an aluminum frame because of headset play).  Best way to check is apply the front brake and try to push the bike forward.  There should be no 'give' or play with the front fork and wheel.

Congrats on the new bike! 

LOL, that is great.

Did you get one of the close out bikes?  Mine came 90% assembled.  LBS put it all together fro $60.  If you know anything about bikes, you can probably do it yourself.  Post some photos when you get her up and running. 

LOL... good for him!  Hey, I'd take it, too.  My plan is to really get into tris when I'm mid-70s and hope that by 90 I win something .

Anything that fits well.  You'll want shoes that fit fairly snug so your feet won't slip around inside when pedaling.  I've done fine with sizing to my street shoes.  Here's a generic sizing chart.  There are Euro half sizes, for example, I wear a 41.5 (size 8), but normally have to look for wider shoes.  

As far as brands, I've ridden Diadoras, Nashbars and Louis Garneaus.  Haven't had any problems.  Nashbar runs narrow.

As far as type...I've only ridden road shoes.  My current ones have 2 straps.  The lower one is Velcro, the top strap is a ratchet with a quick release button, like you find in ski boots.

Triathlon shoes typically will have one Velcro strap at the top of the shoe.  And some tri shoes are carbon.  Those will cost you $300.  I'm nowhere near that level yet. 

As far as pedals, I have ridden Look/Look compatible for years and haven't seen a need to change.  I've heard good things about Speedplay pedals, though.  I think Mila has a pink pair.

Just like the old down-tube shifters and old-school bar end shifters.  One direction is up, the other is down.  Depends on your preference.  Some like the S.I.S index shifting (each click corresponds to a sprocket on the cassette).  Some like it old school (non-indexed, by feel).  Most give you the choice. 

Well, your pedals can be pink, but your shoes can be any color you want them to be...

I think it's time for you to go have a talk with Max.

(I'm sure Speedplay gives you a choice of all kinds of cool colors)

Did someone say pink Speedplay  pedals??? 

Mine are Light Action and I absolutely love them.  Now people may think my bike has a bit too much pink on it but I assure you that it's easy to spot in transition.  I'm not as dumb as I look, ya know!

(seesh...about time you chimed in...too busy looking for your marbles?)...

Have never had a problem with my Looks in a triathlon, but just looking at it 'logically,' since you can get into Speedplays either direction, I would imagine they are a few seconds faster in transition.  Biggest difference is price.  Speedplays will run you $100 plus.  Look COMPATIBLES will run you half that.

If you practice a whole lot, you can snap your shoes into your pedals beforehand (cranks secured to frame with rubber bands so your shoes don't drag), run out of transition with your bike, and then slip your feet into your cycling shoes.  I haven't been brave enough to do this one yet.  I may try this in a few of my sprint tris after I'm done with my 'A' race (HIM)...

"What the heck you need ball bearings for?"

"Awww, come on guys, it's so simple. Maybe you need a refresher course. Hey! It's all ball bearings nowadays. Now you prepare that Fetzer valve with some 3-in-1 oil and some gauze pads. And I'm gonna need 'bout ten quarts of anti-freeze, preferably Prestone. No, no make that Quaker State."

Fletch. Sorry. That's all I could add.

IT's Alive!

Yes, it's true -- the UTTRIMAN is indeed alive....

Did a spin class this morning that would have drivin our own pink clad Mila nuts -- about half of the class was Jumps --- you know the drill 00   Up 8 down 8 Up 8 down 8 Up 4 down 4 Up 2 down 2 etcetera etctera....

Overall was good particularly since I sandwiched it between a 1750 yard nonstop swim and a 5k non-stop run.

My own "BRETTATHALON" ---  I was the grand champion too!   First place overall...!!!!!! 

Now, I'm going to have to have a serious discussion with the RD, since I didn't even get a medal or a lousy t-shirt -- just a 16 oz Jamba Juice!  

Ok -- I'm in a sassy mood today... Mila must be rubbing off on my long distance!!!  

I'm new to biking and need to get a helmet. What's good?

I can't hear the term ball bearings and not think of that!!!!  Classic.

Ya know... I'm not a believer in spending a fortune on a bike helmet.  As long as it meets specifications and protects your noggin, it works for me.  Unless you're interested in an aerohelmet (which I'm assuming you're not if you're new to cycling), I'd say your best bet is to go to the LBS and see what they recommend.  Have them fit it on you while you're there.

LOL

My Speedplays are HOTTT in transition.  Is that what you were asking??  Honestly, once you're used to your pedals I think it's all relative.  I have no problem whatsoever with mine.  I can tell you that at the SCHIM last year I almost got into a bad wreck because a man with Look Keos was having a tough time clipping in but who knows what his experience level was or what was going on with his nerves or whatever.

I just threw up a little in my mouth.  I would have fired her on the spot .

My own "BRETTATHALON" ---  I was the grand champion too!   First place overall...!!!!!! 

Now, I'm going to have to have a serious discussion with the RD, since I didn't even get a medal or a lousy t-shirt -- just a 16 oz Jamba Juice!